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Proof, once again, that our clients have access to the content that brings real value to their programs. I’m delighted to see BCD Travel launch British Airways' new distribution capability (NDC) content.   Over the past decade we have consistently invested millions of dollars each year in our NDC program – with 54 airlines already connected to BCD systems and NDC bookings accounting for an impressive 65% of traveler itineraries where NDC is enabled.   Our open platform means we’re uniquely placed to deliver NDC at scale as part of our multi-source content strategy. British Airways NDC is yet another step forward in giving our customers and their travelers access to richer, relevant content.   Read more about this exciting development here: https://ow.ly/KRTk50XxpZZ   #BCDTravel #NDC

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A great way for hotels to get in front of high value B2B Travel advisors and travelers during the shopping process. Average room reservation value on our platform is $500+ across corporate and leisure travelers. Learn more about this high performing media product from any of our reseller partners or visit https://lnkd.in/g7R-SuQs #B2BMedia #Advertising #PerformanceMarketing

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Sabre & oneworld Renew Deal, Boosting Corporate Travel Globally In a decisive step poised to transform corporate travel administration, Sabre Corporation has extended its strategic alliance with oneworld, recognised as one of the foremost airline alliances worldwide. Anchored in Sabre’s PRISM™ platform, the partnership is designed to furnish corporate travellers with advanced analytics and actionable insights. This seeks to enhance the efficacy of travel programmes. Leveraging the collective strengths of oneworld’s member carriers, the initiative is expected to introduce material improvements in a range of major markets, among them London, Sydney, New York, Tokyo, Madrid, and Dubai. https://lnkd.in/gyw9S_R3 #Sabre #OneWorld #Renew #Deal #Boosting #Corporate #Travel #Globally #SabreCorporation #StrategicAlliance #PRISM #platform #Analytics #insights #travel #programmes #markets #London #Sydney #NewYork #Tokyo #Madrid #Dubai #travel #traveling #traveladvisor #travelindustry #travelagent TraveLICE TraveLICE Customercare

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Why does freedom of choice matter in corporate travel? For Amadeus Cytric, freedom of choice means a world without excessive restrictions or forced limitations. A world where corporate travel managers can mix and match the best solutions for their business. Mark Cullen, Cytric CCO, takes a look at the benefits of a flexibility-first approach: https://lnkd.in/d-QCaY7z #Cytric #CorporateTravel #ItsHowTravelWorksBetter

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🦖 The GDS Meteor Is in the Sky — Time to Evolve, Not Extinct 💥 Felix’s dinosaur analogy hit hard this week — Sabre Corporation’s forecast cut and 40% market drop, Travelport in the doldrums, Amadeus looking like the last healthy giant. But this isn’t about who’s healthiest today. It’s about who can evolve before the impact. The message is clear: The era where “distribution” = “air segments through your own GDS pipe” is over. The future belongs to those who: 🌐 Diversify — distribution is about capabilities, not channels. 🔗 Integrate — NDC, API, direct connect, retail platforms, super apps… all in one flow. 💡 Think bigger — beyond air, into hotels, payments, retailing, merchandising. 🚀 Invest forward — don’t just defend yesterday’s model, build tomorrow’s ecosystem. Amadeus has already started that pivot — investing across the entire distribution chain, positioning itself not as a GDS, but as a travel distribution capability company. That’s the mindset that will keep you relevant when the meteor lands. Message to the industry is clear: stop salvaging the past. Use your networks, your relationships, your brand trust to redefine the game. The market is ready — and the next era of travel retailing won’t wait. #GDS #Distribution #TravelTech #NDC #FutureOfTravel #Retailing

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Amadeus last week introduced a new partner program for travel management company resellers of its #Cytric T&E system, fast on the heels of SAP Concur's new strategic partnership with American Express Global Business Travel. For TMCs, the Prime Partner Program is "open" and based on "objective criteria," which include a minimum number of annual bookings (50,000) and "evidence that they are in a position to promote Cytric as a preferred solution," Austin Lorenzens aid. "It is quite a different program than what you've seen announced with GBT and Concur," Lorenzen said. "We didn't pick winners." BCD Travel was named among the first cohort of TMCs in the Prime Partner Program, as were Germany's DER Business Travel, [..] among others. The program is global in scope, according to Amadeus. Lorenzen said benefits come in three main flavors, comprising "a differentiated level of servicing and support," priority access to new features and marketing support programs. #obt #partnership #businesstravel #innovation https://lnkd.in/eNs9us4x

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Amadeus ended the year strongly, accelerating both revenue growth and profitability expansion. As a result, 2025 Group revenue grew by 6.1% in the full year, or 8.5% at constant currency (10.0% in the fourth quarter), and adjusted EBIT1 increased by 10.2% at constant currency (15.4% in the fourth quarter).

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In-flight connectivity (IFC) has moved decisively from nice-to-have to core cabin infrastructure, according to a new global benchmark. 7 in 10 airlines now offer in-flight WiFi to meet passengers' digital expectations: https://ow.ly/kl9L30sSYfi via Aerospace Global News #AirTravel

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Great insights Salim Wawda a clear signal that the future of travel is data-driven, AI-enabled, and sustainability-focused. The transition from legacy systems to smart distribution and predictive intelligence will reshape how we design, sell, and deliver travel experiences. Exciting times ahead for the industry. #FutureOfTravel #AITransformation #TravelInnovation #Amadeus #Vision2030

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The investment, the financial terms of which were not disclosed, will "accelerate our mission to reduce operational costs and enhance the traveler experience across the travel ecosystem," according to Acai Travel cofounder and CEO Riccardo Vittoria. The company focuses both on developing "AI-first infrastructure" for travelers and AI agents that work with human agents to add efficiencies and cut costs, he said.

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Great to see Breaking Travel News reporting on Amadeus' latest announcement with Visit Hungary. Using #Amadeus Media Solutions, Visit Hungary has increased awareness and bookings to the destination among travel agencies, delivering a 20 per cent increase in bookings made via travel sellers year over year. https://lnkd.in/dREi5D37

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Breaking new ground in business travel! BCD Travel and Conferma have launched the industry’s first-ever Virtual Card Acceptance (VCA) Rating – giving travelers and travel managers clear insight into hotel payment reliability. Why it matters: ✔ Smarter booking decisions ✔ Frictionless payments ✔ Greater transparency Check out our latest news release to see how BCD is shaping the future of travel payments: https://lnkd.in/eDt_PZM7 #BusinessTravel #PaymentInnovation #VirtualCards #BCDTravel #Conferma

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✈️ Learn everything travel advisors need to know about Airline Alliances in this complete breakdown, as well as how to explain benefits to your clients. 👉 Perfect for new and experienced travel advisors who want to book smarter, add value for clients, and grow their air expertise. https://lnkd.in/dA6NSwGx #airfareconsultant #airlab #airlabbroadcast #travelentrepreneurs #airtravelmentorship

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The industry wants NDC that delivers. Amex GBT explains what that looks like - and how Travelport supports it. Explore the full report 👉 https://hubs.la/Q03VX5Jt0

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#travelindustry news worth reading on LinkedIn during week 6 of 2026 ✈️ - KAYAK CEO Steve Hafner exits his role after 22 years. https://lnkd.in/dMpTkDKB - Amadeus announce the closure of their self-service API portal. https://lnkd.in/dZAa_kzY - Sabre Corporation was quick to react: https://lnkd.in/dFuXa5bJ - Due to the supply chain crisis in Pratt & Whitney engines, it has become more profitable to dismantle modern aircraft for parts than to operate them: https://lnkd.in/d8y-RFWR - Wizz Air was in the news with two big developments: 📌 They launched Wizz Link, using Dohop technology to empower customers to book more self-transfer journeys within a single booking flow. https://lnkd.in/dzKiuBvj 📌 After a very successful trial, they will roll out Wizz Class to their entire fleet. https://lnkd.in/d5KZF3pc - The US Federal Aviation Administration shuts down airspace over El Paso at very short notice, initially for 10 days, but re-opened it hours later after it was discovered what they suspected to be a Mexican drug cartel drone, was in fact only a stray party balloon. https://lnkd.in/dE6mmetK - The unions for American Airlines flight attendants and pilots say they’ve lost faith in management’s ability to steady the airline after another year of weak profits and poor on-time performance, and they want CEO Robert Isom out. https://lnkd.in/dWerkjMb - AirAsia is on track to launch their Kuala Lumpur - London route via Bahrain later this year. https://lnkd.in/dfuJKvqn - Sabre, PayPal and Mindtrip, Inc. team up to work on an agentic AI travel shopping workflow solution. https://lnkd.in/dYZxyR7W - Strikes by Lufthansa staff on 12 February affect around 100,000 passengers and resulted in more than 800 cancelled flights. https://lnkd.in/djUPs4nN We discuss these and other stories during Monday's 30 min #LTTI podcast. Join us here: https://lnkd.in/dxfECZ8n Have a great weekend, Riaan

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TUI has exceeded its FY 2025 projections, attributing this success to robust revenues from Hotels & Resorts and Cruise sectors. The company remains on a path of profitable growth through its global expansion efforts. https://lnkd.in/eykSp_BD #airlinepros #airlineprosinternational #touroperators #travelagents #aviation #tourism #europeantravel #northafricatravel

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Big news! We’re pleased to announce the launch of British Airways' new distribution capability (NDC) content. Over the past decade BCD has consistently invested millions of dollars each year in its NDC program, with NDC bookings currently accounting for 65% of traveler itineraries globally. By adding British Airways’ NDC to BCD’s program, we’re giving travelers access to richer content and additional modern retailing options. Read more: https://ow.ly/OUKO50XzwVa #BCDTravel

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